Alcohol Policy

Members of the HBU Community are expected to commit themselves to promoting a healthy social and academic environment where learning and campus life are not hindered by the misuse of alcohol and other drugs.

Possession, sale, or use of alcoholic beverages on campus or at University sponsored events or activities is strictly prohibited.

Evidence of use of alcohol, such as empty alcoholic beverage containers displayed in residents’ rooms or in a student’s possession is also prohibited.

Lighted beer signs or posters promoting the use of alcoholic beverages will not be permitted on campus.
Any student who returns to campus while intoxicated shall be subject to full disciplinary action as outlined in The Student Handbook.

Culpability: As it is difficult to accurately determine degrees of culpability, all students present in a room or area at the time of the alcohol violation will generally be held responsible for such violation. Students are advised in advance to avoid such situations which may put them at risk of disciplinary action.

Health Risks

No printed lists or warning signs can replace talking with a professional in determining whether you or someone you care about has an alcohol problem. Such lists or warning signs can give you a sense of whether you should check out the possibility more thoroughly. The following are symptoms to watch for with respect to alcohol:

Preoccupation with alcohol

Increased tolerance of alcohol

Physical deterioration

Black-outs

Morning tremors

Large amounts of money spent on alcohol

Consequences (suffering physical, social, occupational, and/or legal problems) as result of alcohol use

Alcoholic Beverage Laws for Minors

Purchase, Attempt to Purchase, Possession, Consumption, Misrepresentation of Age, Public Intoxication by Minor: